3:44 PM,
Oct. 29, 2013

8. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER.
Skip the sugary drinks, including alcohol. Besides the calorie count, alcohol lessens your inhibitions and makes you more likely to overindulge. Consider getting yourself a glass of water right when you arrive at a party. People are less likely to offer you a cocktail if you already have something in your hand.

Written by

Sloane Stephens Cox
BellaMagazine.com

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Over decades, that gradual weight gain can be a significant contributor to obesity and other health problems, including heart disease and diabetes.

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